If you want to take a cough or cold remedy

If you do want to take a cough or cold remedy, speak to your pharmacist first. Let them know that you're breastfeeding.

Cough and cold remedies usually contain more than one ingredient. Some of these may not be safe while you're breastfeeding. You need to make sure that each ingredient is safe.

Some cough and cold remedies contain paracetamol, which is safe to take while you're breastfeeding. But if you take these as well as paracetamol tablets or capsules, you may go over the recommended dose.

Always stick to the recommended dose. Check the patient information leaflet that comes with your medicine, or read the information on the packet.